While Coker expressed great pride in the results of his work, he was adamant about his passion's greatest benefit. The fellow enthusiasts he found in Auburn have proved to be great friends with common goals.

These friends have helped Coker pursue the latest trend in customization, he said.

"You lower it as much as you can," Coker said. He also said adding suspension work can be complicated for customization novices.

"You need to be aware of what you are getting into," Coker said.

Students interested in customization can look to local body shops when their desires go beyond their abilities.

"You have a lot of people who like to focus on upgrading wheels and tires," said Warren Tidwell, assistant manager at Downtown Tire and Auto.

A 1967 Impala sat in the far corner of Tidwell's shop having suspension, engine and brake modifications installed. Tidwell explained the overhaul involved a lot of work.